Question

drawing a conclusion from the text
highlight details that might help you draw a conclusion about fans.
climate change will lead to more hot days and more heat waves. as a result, people will need to use more air conditioning to stay cool. as people use more air conditioning, electricity shortages and blackouts could increase. ...
what can people do about it??
people can plant trees near offices and homes to provide shade and keep them cool naturally. they can also use fans instead of air conditioners when its not too hot.
—\a students guide to global climate change,\ us environmental protection agency
what conclusion can be drawn about fans from the passage?
fans do not use as much electricity as air conditioners.
fans cool offices as well as trees do.
fans can be used only when the temperature is not too hot.
fans are not a good alternative to air conditioners.

Explanation:

The text mentions using fans instead of air - conditioners when it's not too hot, implying they are a more energy - efficient option. It doesn't mention tree - cooling comparison, temperature limits for fan use other than the "not too hot" general statement, and it suggests fans are a good alternative in some cases.

Answer:

Fans do not use as much electricity as air conditioners.